Jimmyfro5

We interview recording artists and feature short clips of their songs. We also have a YouTube channel youtube/thejimmyfropodcast that features in-studio performances recorded at Mindrocket Studio in W. Middlesex PA. We have interviewed Sean Moeller from daytrotter, Pearl & the Beard, Pat Stolley, Chris Bernat, Red Wanting Blue, Zac from American Authors and over 100 other recording artists.

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Pat Palumbo LEFT END drummer interview, rare track clip feature There was no harder working band in the Mahoning Valley than Left End: The undisputed heavy-weight champions of Youngstown Rock-n- Roll. And there was never a more bombastic, high-energy power drummer than Pat Palombo. The man was an animal behind the kit. He assaulted his drums every night with wild abandon but controlled expertise. Definitely one of the finest drummers to ever hail from our neck of the woods. Although I never got... Topics: jimmyfro, left end, pat palumbo, patsy palumbo

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Amnesty for Astronauts band interview and performance. When you listen to A4A, as they are sometimes called, you have to a send security memo to your ears to equip them for a variety of diverse sounds originating from diverse influences. Included in the interview are three unplugged performances that display an early look into the life of some very catchy original songs. There’s a lot coming at you and while at times they have green moments, they impress with high energy and charisma. They... Topics: jimmyfro, amnesty for astronauts

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Ep 80 Joe Sinkovich CHAPLESS LARRY / SupportingYourLocalMusic I’ve always been a sucker for heavy music and espcially heavy music with instrumental acrobatics and full-tilt screaming. Chapless Larry hits on all the above. There are dark moments, neurotic moments, and many many headbanging moments. Don’t presume that this post-thrash metal band isn’t musical either; they would fit in nicely on an OzFest bill inbetween SliPknot and a M.O.D. reunion on the same stage presenting System... Topics: jimmyfro, chapless larry, joe sinkovich

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The Sparrows & Harnessing The Sun The Sparrows from Elwood City PA stop in to Mindrocket Studio for another joint session with the Jimmyfro Show and do “22 Balloons” and “Sundays.” Their southern rock power and alt country hooks summon an unusual hybrid sound product that together with ripping screaming guitar solos and low-end raspy vocals rich with character, produce an appealing sound that crosses genres. Harnessing The Sun from Youngstown Ohio are a power trio who breath new... Topic: jimmyfro

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Automatons interview and music feature. The Automatons are a great band from Youngstown Ohio who manage to harness new sounds and bundle them sonically with old sounds in a way that is pleasing. They were a fun interview and I enjoyed it. The bad news is.. the wifi caused a electronic hum and whisper thoughtout the interview, and in order to remove that sound I had to run a series of removal tools, which stripped all the warm frequencies from our voices. It’s very frustrating. Since then,... Topics: automatons, jimmyfro

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Phoenix Rising / Baroque Monody Mindrocket Session and interviews It’s rare that you read and hear a lot of hype about a band and after listening to that band, their music meets or exceeds that hype. Phoenix Rising does just that. Their music is sturdy and definite, manifesting a polished heavy sound while gracefully revealing layers of dark mood punctuated with a vocal profile that channels a wise storyteller, or mythical god unleashing a prophecy. They are a sonic force to be reckoned with... Topics: Phoenix Rising, Baroque Monody, jimmyfro

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Dinner with Pearl & The Beard How can so many delicate sound flavors and density come from these three sweethearts? Pearl & The Beard are like the Fantastic 3 of Buskers. Their stand-out character and stand-out instrumentation hit you like serine waterfall nails on a chalkboard made of chocolate cotton ear-candy. Their admiration for film and how music and film go so well together is evident in their writing. Songs like “Lost in Singapore” “Oh, Death,” and “Douglass... Topics: jimmyfro, pearl and the beard

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JD Eicher of JD Eicher & The Goodnights Rock Ridge Records recording artist JD Eicher of JD EICHER & THE GOODNIGHTS, stopped by the JimmyFro home studio thanks to the awesome recommendation from my dynamic cousin Danielle Jacskon aka Dee Jax. Seemingly falling out of a patch of the blue sky in between Cleveland and Pittsburgh, JD Eicher shares with us his creative process and experience recording an album with Grammy- nominated producer Dustin Burnett known for his work with Newsboys... Topics: jimmyfro, JD Eicher

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Beardcore Productions fundraiser preview podcast SHOW INFO Saturday, January 25, 2014 zekes upstairs theater. 34 south state street, girard ohio, 44420 Well guys… the time has finally come. BeardCore Productions is purchasing a venue.But it won’t be JUST a venue. We’re putting a photography studio in there. A recording studio. We will rent the venue out to bands for practice space. We will rent it out for YOUR shows. We will record your live performances for you. We will do interviews... Topics: jimmyfro, beardcore

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BJ Lisko - Turbo Lovers / Idle Shades bonus B.J. in addition to fronting the Turbo Lovers, who recently had their song “Typhoon Killer” featured in Classic Rock Magazine, and playing with White Cadillac, has done Pulse magazine in one capacity or the other for over ten years. He currently writes for the Canton Repository. B.J. Lisko is a well-oiled musician first known for playing bass in a touring band called Hellvis. He’s a guy who plays rock n roll in every sense of the word.. and is a... Topics: b.j. lisko, turbo lovers, jimmyfro

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Ep 68 Jim Golen Jim Golen is one of those DIY all around musicians who is a living upright manifestation of music and artistic energy. Known for his one-man-band and extemporaneous performance style, he had made a name for himself playing in the NE Ohio and Western PA as both a solo artist and playing with several bands such as Sojourn and Mellowcrash. You won’t meet too many guys like Jim who have such a specific perspective and the ability to express that vision in conversation and in song.... Topics: jim Golen, jimmyfro

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Lee Boyle THIRD CLASS Cedars Show Preview This episode speaks for itself. Listen to the charismatic vocalist of Youngstown’s THIRD CLASS talk about their midwest mini tour, gimmicky vocals Vs non-contrived vocals, cloud based music services, and indie algorythyms. Stick around to hear Jimmy and Lee plan a trip to that new place everyone’s talking about 4 square and a review of the brand new movie Titanic. Learn more by Binging this on googlecom at yahoo search.bingnet. Topic: lee boyle

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Interview with studio engineer and artist Mike Talanca. by Brett Lawrence, The Youngstown Vindicator In 1985 he moved to New York City and was hired at Right Track Recording. After 2 years he became the Chief Technician. While at Right Track he worked with: The Rolling Stones, Bruce Springsteen and many other recording artists. Received record awards for his work with Foreigner, David Sanborn And David Bowie. At the same time opened his own 24 track recording studio in the Soho district in... Topic: ep 66 Mike Talanaca

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sexy pig divas Ep 65 This episode was thoroughly enjoyable thick and through. In addition to talking in detail about the sexy pig divas sound, we touch on many topics and even get heavy about the state of the earth. Here is my review of their LP “Robota.” Kent Ohio-based Sexy Pig Divas blind sides us with a fresh sophisticated new EP in “Robota.” Ironically , my favorite track “City Life” is driven by a rich base of pretty piano and intimate clean grungey guitars churning out crafty... Topic: sexy pig divas

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Baker Ep 64 In part 2 of the BAKER interview, Baker talks more about his music and how The Lemon Grove has changed the Youngstown Ohio music scene. Branding his genre of music “indie hip-hop” Baker crafts his songs which can be looked at as sonic composites made up of mad loops, electronika, and seemingly angry tangents about how he views the world, and where he finds himself in that world as a person in a midwest pop culture dynamic. Trapped in a small city snow globe, Baker has a lot to... Topics: baker, jimmyfro, episode 64

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Interview with founder of the Lemon Grove Jacob Harver, and Courtney Waskin. What happened to the Lemon Grove? After several communications an open window to interview the founder of the Lemon Grove in Youngstown Ohio was provided to us by Miss Courtney Waskin. It was great having her be apart of the discussions as well. Jacob was very forthright and humble and put to rest a few local rumors about what his original vision for the artsy coffee cafe called The Lemon Grove was and what it became.... Topic: Jacob Harver Lemon Grove Pt 2

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Ryan Ross ep 62 Who’s this raspy rock star type that is blowin up the open mics. His name is Ryan Ross and he is the vocalist from the band Ryan Ross & The Ytown Syndicate. I first met Ryan at the open mic at Vintage Estate in Boardman Ohio hosted by Steve Vuich. He’s a guy who talks a big game but has the chops to back it up. The Ytown Syndicate played the inside Warehouse 50 state at VexFest 9 and it became evident to many people that the band has grand ambitions and the singer... Topic: ryan ross int

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Paul Diello Alan Bonner Vexfest Ohio Music Scene interview It was a pleasure to talk with both Paul and Alan back in May of this year. Special thanks to Lance from Darling Waste for hooking us up and making it happen. We really enjoyed learning about the Brighton Music Awards in England and hearing about Paul’s run in with Led Zeppelin guitarist Jimmy Page. Paul Diello Taken from Paul’s website. Paul Diello’s debut album The Last Green Bottle was released in October 2011 via indie label... Topic: Paul Diello Alan Bonner Ohio Music Scene int

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The Scenic Route and Nick Mock interview Chris (19 )Bass,-Jordan (15)- Keys and Vocals, -Ben (17) – Percussion, Trinity(12) -Vocals-Lindon (18)- Guitar,-Rachel (16 years old) Vocals The Scenic Route are up for 7 nominations at the Keepin it Radio Local Music Awards on Oct 19th. You can vote online for free. The group will be recording a full length album in December and has upcoming shows at Blue Rock Cafe, Canton Civic Center, Umstaad Hall, Karma Cafe, Jupiter Studios, Peabody’s, and Sadie... Topics: jimmyfro, nick mock, scenic route

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Pabstolutely Music Fest Preview, Class A Bandit interview and American Authors interview. Listen above to song clips by five of the bands playing at Pabstolutely in Youngstown Ohio at the Royal Oaks. Get brought up to speed on the latest Sam Goodwill NEWS, The closing of the Lemon Grove podcast discussion, and interviews with Class A Bandits, and Zac from American Authors. Class A Bandits talk with Jimmy about the nooks and crannies of the making of their new EP “Mazel Tov Cocktaill” You... Topic: jimmyfro

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Music feature and interview with ESTOCAR and Bobby Fritz I was connected with estocar via Gary Angelo prior to their Cedars show in Youngstown Ohio. It’s always enjoyable being connected with musicians like Lance and Sean who exude quirkyness in person as well as in their music. estocar, nearing the end of their tour gifted me their new CD “Faux Fiction” and we talked about life on the road, taco bell, and obnoxious reserved patrons who yell out requests for predictable cover songs.... Topics: jimmyfro, bobby fritz, estocar

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VexFest Preview Pt 2 Listen to clips of songs by bands and artists performing at VexFest 9 on SUN August 11th, 2013. Jimmy Martin and special co-host Jimmy Taylor VexFest 9 will reflect the diversity of the region where it takes place. Ryan Rexroad, event organizer with Youngstown Local Music, said, ”We feel that Youngstown is a very eclectic market, and there are so many people doing so many great things musically around here. This festival, VexFest, has always had eclectic bands on it;... Topics: vexfest, jimmyfro

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THE RIVERS OWN interview and vexfest 9 preview pt 1 Taken from their ReverbNation Page - The River’s Own blurs the line between rock n’ roll and country music–with powerful guitar riffs, heartfelt lyrics, and some damn catchy choruses, there’s no way to come out to a show and not have a good time. Singing songs about everything from love lost and found, to outlaws on the run, to beloved hometowns–The River’s Own plays songs that anyone can relate to. Most recently, the band’s... Topics: jimmyfro, vexfest, the rivers own, pilot the mind

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Ep 54 The Van Allen Belt recorded at the Lemon Grove in Youngstown Ohio When you hear the band name The Van Allen Belt, you’re preconditioned to expect something complex..something in space.. something serious, maybe even scientific or progressive. Listening to songs like “The Way You Look” your ears are instantly alerted by a new aural conception of multiple layered am radio synth-sounds and vocal harmonies in this digital analog placenta amalgam seemingly from a timeless and dreamy... Topics: jimmyfro, the van allen belt

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Johnny Arco from Brooklyn NY discusses his philosophy and how it relates to his music. Includes clips from performances recorded at Mindrocket Studio. Ep 53 Johnny Arco Posted on July 4, 2013 IMG_0395 Johnny Arco, playing a small quirky coffee shop in Austin TX during SXSW 2013 played his set to an audience that, without having to stand up, could snatch the violin right out of his ridiculously fast hands. Hiring session musicians and carrying only a backpack and his violin over his shoulder, he... Topics: jimmyfro, Johnny Arco

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Skypiper post show interview at Wilberts Music / Clev Ohio Skypiper from Omaha Nebraska loaded up their mix match bags of gear, suitably ironic flannels, as well as their plethora of instruments and decided to tour the Midwest. They recorded their new EP “Troubledoer” in a live session style and have made it free to download while those that go to see them live; walk away with a limited edition hard copy CD. I was pleasantly surprised by the level of musicianship and the many layers of... Topics: jimmyfro, skypiper

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Interview and music podcast featuring FAMILIAR FACES from W. Middlesex PA. Familiar Faces is a small town band based in West Middlesex, Pa. We hate that most music has limitations, and try to explore a lot of different genres – reach out to different eras and sounds from rock history. We have a lot of fun and have put a lot of practice into what we do. We’ve been playing together for around 2 years now, and have really honed in on our sound through all the bumps and bends. We’re... Topics: jimmyfro, familiar faces

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John Sferra Full remixed remastered interview with Robb Byron Jimmy Taylor Jimmy Martin. “Songs like “Can You See Me” would be considered a Christian tune, and originally the lyrics were different, but not that much. Most of the songs we wrote .. the lyrics were sort of spiritual.” LISTEN TO PT 1 of 2 (To retain Itunes subscribers and post episodes with some regularity; sometimes deadlines win out over meeting high sonic standards, and some of the audio moments may be fragmented with... Topics: jimmyfro, John Sferra

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NE Ohio bands the LAST EVOLUTION and FROM THE ASHES give a post show interview at Zeke's Upstairs Theater The Last Evolution are a rambunctious crew of young musicians who happen to have that punk attitude that manifests itself in their songs, most notably in their vocal identity. The regard themselves as a band that would fit on a hypothetical Warped Tour Bill right in between dead end job and Green Day. Click on the link below to hear a few cuts like “FOD” and “Her Song, and “Make It... Topics: jimmyfro, from the ashes

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Interview with founder of Daytrotter.com Sean Moeller. Although Sean Moeller has a soft spot for barns and horses, he’s no navie “Iowa Farm Boy.” The man behind Daytrotter is a bearded ex-track star and ex-sports writer from the University of Iowa, who in addition to being a well mannered family man, happens to have a knack for looking into the eyes of a song, wielding his crafty word-sword, and writing incredibly colorful essays about the songs and artists from around the world who pass... Topics: jimmyfro, daytrotter, sean moeller

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Interview and music feature with Emily Wolfe. “I don’t want to be a mechanical artist, and the only way to do that is to cover the spectrum – from one extreme to the other – but ultimately, do what motivates me to keep creating music.” – Emily Wolfe The two new EP’s, set to be released in May and September of 2013, are like night and day. One is a collection of rock and roll summer anthems and the other has an intimate acoustic feel. I don’t want to be a writer with mechanical... Topics: jimmyfro, Emily Wolfe

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Interview and music feature with Peter Katz. Peter Katz sings inbetween soul and whispers. Different styles and vibes, like the Northern and Southern rivers of Canada carrying many pieces of culture, flow into the center of Peter’s Montreal metropolitan sensibility making for this soothing amalgam of heart, soul, and ryhthmic folk-pop that you can snap your fingers to. Much like his homeland, his music is beautifully bipolar in how it dwells; calm and quiet but like a winter sunshine; it’s... Topics: jimmyfro, peter katz

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Josh Roman, where to begin: School chum of John Hlumyk and Pete Drivere of 'Fidels, Ron Gordon of Sacred Hate/Heretics/Dopamine/King Mother... played in Heretics and King Mother w/ Ron Gordon (ex Sacred Hate as mentioned), Bryn Zellers (ex Sacred Hate) and Timber Gilliland (ex 8 Balls) and toured former E. Germany w/ Heretics right after Wall fell... ask him about German tour, seeing Mr. Food at the Lube at going away party for that tour, recording Goat Milk Fudge at Robbie from Goo Goo Dolls'... Topic: jimmyfro

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Darling Waste interview andperformance Darling Waste began in Cleveland, Ohio. Chasing the dream to New York City, Darling Waste evolved into a 5-piece “mobile rock unit” and hit the road. After eight years, over 600 DIY shows in 11 countries, & an incomprehensible number of miles & hours spent wearing out 10 vans, the band has built a fiercely loyal army of devoted fans. After selling close to 11,000 records without a record label or distribution, the industry has also taken note.... Topics: jimmyfro, darling waste

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Indie band Alls Well interview and unplugged performances All’s Well is an indie rock band from Niles, Ohio. Taken from their facebook fan page: “We enjoy making music that is true and genuine to ourselves. It’s our way of expressing who we are.” We love to make music. The thrill of getting on stage and playing for people, no matter the size of the audience, is great. We are thankful for our friends and family for supporting us. Please check us out sometime. We put everything into our... Topics: jimmyfro, alls well

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Podcast interview and performance. Ytown band Blue Through Branches BIO (taken from their Myspace Profile) Blue Through Branches have been on the Youngstown music scene since April of 2011. Two of the members include Tim McNickle, electric guitarist, and Derick young, bassist, from former local bands Via Sahara and Sugar Bear. Shiloh, lead vocalist/acoustic guitarist, got started on the scene by performing acoustic shows, including local production “Girls with Guitars”. Drummer Paul Hill is... Topics: jimmyfro, blue through branches

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Happy Mon Band drummer Jimmy Jet Taylor. podcast interview Jimmy Taylor, in addition to being the percussionist from The HappyMon Band, is a jack of many trades and hobbies. He’s played drums for SIDESHOW, Mellowcrash, VIRGIN, Pegasus, and currently plays percussion for the HAPPY MON BAND, standing up. That’s right, he plays a modified kit standing..up. Where as Dave Mathews or the Buffet band utilizes a drummer and 2 auxiliary percussionists, Jimmy plays all parts at once. His drum kit... Topics: jimmyfro, jimmy taylor

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Youngstown Ohio's Viking Jim Allgren I believe it was either Dennis from SAMgoodwill or Lee Boyle of Third Class who said “You should get with Viking Jim, he does alot with local music.” Low and behold I did. Viking Jim Allgren is the voice of 93.3’s The Homegrown Show and Youngstown Rock Podcast, which will be brought to us by Golden String Radio going forward. Jim is a loyal supporter, fan, and connoisseur of regional artists centered in and around Youngstown Ohio. He’s well known,... Topics: jimmyfro, viking jim

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Music sampler and interview with afternoon records artist DOLFISH Max Sollisch is DOLFISH. You may have read about his LP in SPIN Mag or seen his viral video for the song “Your love is bummin me out.” If not, after listening to this feature, scroll down below and check it out!! American Songwriter says, “23 year-old Max Sollisch, a.k.a. Dolfish, has a unique voice and lo-fi mindset. You’ll hear traces of Daniel Johnston, The Mountain Goats and Neil Young in the Cleveland-based... Topics: jimmyfro, dolfish

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MISRA records recording artist Emily Rodgers interview and live performance at Odonolds in Youngstown Ohio fearturing Emily and Erik.Cirelli. Emily Rodgers is a Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania based singer-songwriter as well as a talented guitarist and violaist. Rodgers’ performs both solo and with a full band. Her music has been compared to Mazzy Star, Galaxie 500, Cowboy Junkies, and Neil Young. In 2008, Rodgers signed to Misra Records. That same year, she performed with a full band at the South... Topics: jimmyfro, emily rodgers

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Neil Hogue The Double Barrel Boys interview and music feature BIO (taken from Reverb Nation) Neil Hogue is a singer/songwriter/musician from Warren,Ohio. He started playing guitar at the age of 12. Neil has been playing clubs,festivals,and special events for the last 15 years throughout the Northeast Ohio,West Virginia,and the Western Pennsylvania Hemisphere. His influences range from The Eagles,Bob Seger,John Mellencamp,Jackson Browne,Steve Earle,and many others that have become the blueprint... Topics: jimmyfro, neil hogue

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Interview and music showcase. Artist Katianne Timko It was very enjoyable to get to know the person behind the music of KatianneTimko. Much like her music she is a very grounded, warm, and poised person. We covered a lot of ground in the interview and I especially liked the question and answer about her alleged “abstract” lyrics. We also covered the importance of good sound, promotion, and allowing fans of her music to arrive at their own take on her songs and the inspiration behind her... Topics: jimmyfro, katianne

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Riversaints frontman Steve Vuich sits down with Jimmy and talks about his history and listen to a few recorded performances by local artists who performed that night at Boardman Ohio Vintage Estate Lounge. Some musicians are “weekend warriors” and there’s nothing wrong with that. Steve Vuich, on the other hand, is just a down right Warrior. He does it man… he does it almost every day of the week; plays music for a living. Steve is from Farrell PA but has a pretty big footprint that... Topics: jimmyfro, steve vuich

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Interview with Mike Garrigan (audio) Mike Garrigan is a singer-songwriter from Greensboro, North Carolina. He is best known as the former frontman of the rock band Collapsis, which, in 2000, reached the #28 slot on the Billboard Modern Rock charts with the hit song “Automatic”. He was also the second and final lead guitarist for the North Carolina-based band Athenaeum, replacing Grey Brewster for their second album and continuing until the band disbanded in 2004. With former Athenaeum... Topics: mike garrigan, jimmyfro

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Interview and music showcase by the indie band The Zou. 2012 The Zou have a website – www.thezouhasawebsite.com MEMBERS: KHALED TABBARA- Lead Vocals, Guitar, Keyboards. MURAD G. SHORRAB- Vocals, Bass Guitar JAKE KAMAL SABEH- Drums, Digital Percussion BERNADETTE LIM- Keyboards, Vocals JESSE MARTIN – Lead Guitar (The Zou was not forced to shotgun-funnel Redbull during the taping. I chose a post production tempo increase due to the extra length of podcast) BIOGRAPHY: (taken from the official... Topic: jimmyfro, the zou

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Ytown comedian Brian Teague Brian Teague is no spring-chicken to comedy and performing in NY at The Broadway Comedy Club wasn’t his first rodeo. Brian has been doing stand up comedy for over a decade and has been a feature act in many professional comedy shows. Brian, famous for his “Chitlins and Meatballs” bit that can be seen on Youtube right here, draws from his mixed genetic make-up, having a white mother and black father, to craft his comedy. 2012 has been a great year for him and he... Topics: jimmyfro, brian teague

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Interview with Ground from Sky's Ethan Steigerwald Ethan Steigerwald is a drummer from Pittsburgh PA who wanted a little something more and one day picked up the guitar and began to write songs. Fans of Ethan Steigerwald will tell you that he’s from Ground From Sky, and his music and voice like a meteor, comes from somewhere out of this world. Like an audio still-life, songs like “People Always Know” demand instant respect and play to the ears like tangible art such as a painting by... Topics: Jimmyfro, ethan steigerwald

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Norther Whale interview on the jimmyfro show. Northern Whale is an alternative or indie band from Austintown, Ohio by Jake Stephens (bass), Jake Capezzuto (vocals and guitar), Brandon Fisher (guitars) and Seth Donchess (Drums). Formed in 2009, the band has endured a few line-up changes and continues to overachieve playing music festivals and venues like Shotz, JB’s in Kent Ohio, and even House of Blues. It’s rare when your ears meet the sound or sounds that come from a teen rock band and... Topics: jimmyfro, northern whale

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Interview and 3 live performances in studio In the context of “Attack of The Clones” episode of the Star Wars saga, I have to frame this interview by stating that in my living room on August 14th, 2012; I may have talked with and witnessed a performance by, with the exception of only a few others… the Obi-One Kanobi and Anakin Skywalker of improv guitarists. I say this with a complimentary connotation: Frank Castellano has been frightening and positively encouraging by discouraging young... Topic: jimmyfro

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Chip MIller, Jimmy Martin, Mark Revis, Tim Owen THE BAND DOWNLOAD reflect on their time performing, writing, and recording their self titled EP. In 1998 I took on a mission to put together a band, not to “make it big,” but to make a mark in the independent music scene. Myself and best friend Mark Revis, who fronted 90’s prog & thrash metal bands Onyx, Detrimetal, Buzzer and played drums in 90’s bands Peroxide with Tim Frederickand & Roger Bates, set out to build a band that... Topics: jimmyfro, tim owen

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Northeast Ohio band Something Smith talks about their history and music Something Smith is an original indie funk band from Youngstown, Oh made up of former members of Plunge and Twitch. You may be familiar with some of their past projects which include Dick N., the mad Saxons and Joe Shaffer’s projects. B.A. Maple, Brian- Guitar, Banjo, Vocals. Maple started his writing songs in the basement which developed Crosstown Traffic in 1994. After a quick stint with the Flower Punks in 1995, the... Topics: jimmyfro, something smith

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Interview with Dan VanKirk ROUNDING 3rd (audio) I first witnessed Dan VanKirk with Rounding 3rd on the Oneals Patio Stage back in 2003. It was evident pretty quick that they were seasoned well rehearsed musicians that play at a high level with high energy. Most notably, however, was the texture of Dan’s voice. What many would tag “emo” I will describe as a post adolescent timbre with just enough rasp to punctuate his vocal style and check the “appealing” box. Dan writes from the heart... Topics: jimmyfro, dan vankirk

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Interview with Athenaeum's Mark Kano (audio only) In the summer of 1998 I pulled into my driveway listening to 107.9 THE END. I heard a song come on the radio that somehow at first listen reminded me of a souped up hypothetical rendition of a modern Tommy Tutone song. It felt 80’s-ish but then I hear this vocal enter, and it’s this deep resonant voice with serious character; almost like a Crash Test Dummie Lite vocal quality. Once the pre-chorus of their break through song “What I... Topics: jimmyfro, athenaeum, mark kano

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Podcast panel review VH's new album. 2013 Myself, Mark Revis, Robb Byron, Steve Pownell, Joel DeGenova, and Derrick Wray sat down and talked about the new Van Halen LP “A Different Kind of Truth.” Most of us growing up in the 80’s it was enjoyable to compare and contrast the new/old material; not only against the Van Halen we grew up with, but in today’s music arena. At first listen, already warned about the commercial token radio song “Tatoo,” I noticed a pattern of listener... Topic: jimmyfro

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ep 20 sam goodwill I’d like to introduce you to the band sam goodwill. Yet, another intriguing original band out of Youngstown Ohio. This two piece outfit has been very busy crafting dense complex works of musical art and have made a name for themselves in NE Ohio. If you’re not already a fan, I challenge you to honestly not be taken back instantly by what I can only describe as semi-industrial mood indie rock. All the math rock complexity of Minus the Bear but a bit slower and laced with... Topics: jimmyfro, sam goodwill

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Audio interview feat Nick Giannakos and music by Wretch. all rights reserved As a young teen we make mental notes of the names of amazing guitarists and drummers that we hear about from the mouths of our peers or reading about them in the last Hit Parader Mag. We also make notes of the names of amazing musicians that live in our community and those names begin to construct a relative context of who’s who around town. For me, Nick Giannakos was one of those independent up-and-coming legends. I... Topic: jimmyfro

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Interview with Left end vocalist Dennis T Menass LEFT END was the quintessential independent hard rock band of the 70’ and 80’s in the Mahoning Valley club scene. Could you imagine a Left End without Dennis? I couldn’t. Yet, the band started as an R&B outfit with a soulful singer named Odie Crook. The night Left End played their final show with Odie at The Apartment in Youngstown Dennis Sesonsky of the fusion band “Holy Mackerel” walked in backstage and told the band he wanted in.... Topics: jimmyfro, dennis t

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Ep 17 Tim Frederick Eternal Legacy / Wretch Tim Frederick walked into my living room one day in 1987, looking like an Amish Heavy Metal fan, and said “Man! you’re a hard guy to get a hold of.” Cool peculiar like most bass players, it wasn’t long before we were jamming with him. I can remember doing songs with him, PJ Reese, and Rob Sheitrump like “Highway Star” and Alice Cooper’s “Under My Wheels.” He was shy but aggressive with the 4-string. You’ve heard stories or the... Topic: jimmyfro

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Ep 16 Jon Reider of COINMONSTER Pt 1 of 2 INTERVIEW WITH JON AT THE LEMON GROVE, YOUNGSTOWN OHIO All of us heavy-heads and fans of ultra talented circus freak musicians are always looking for that next new band or sound. In 1990 I got my ear-whistle wet when I heard the band from New Castle PA COINMONSTER, performing at the old Penguin Pub in Youngstown Ohio. I remember being impressed by how fast and intricate Dave Galazia’s drumming was and the cool-quirky stage antics of the guitar player.... Topic: jimmyfro

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Ep 15 Tim Owen (Culpepper Left / DOWNLOAD) When you have lived in a town for a good number of years and you’re a performing musician, it’s easy to believe that you know anybody who’s anybody in the independent music arena. When I first heard NE Ohio guitarist Tim Owen play his guitar, I realized how naive that belief was. It was the year 2000 and my sister tells me about this friend and neighbor who plays guitar, heard my band jamming one night, and wanted to try out. That neighbor was... Topics: jimmyfro, tim owen

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Interview with Asleep guitarist Jon Dean Asleep guitarist Dean and I have been trying to get together since we first met during SXSW Music Conference at the Gypsy Lounge in Austin Texas. Although Punchy the 15 foot robot made more of an impression on me, Dean, Tod, and the other members of the band struck me as down to earth and how do you say… cool? Yeah! They were cool guys with a cool heavy sound. I really enjoy the song “Big Sister” because it’s dark and it’s one of those songs... Topic: jimmyfro

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Interview with Brandyn and Dave from Reznik It’s always a good time running into Dave Mooney. Dave was the younger brother of a friend of mine, Mike Mooney. Dave’s a talented musician and a confident guy with a charismatic way and cocky sense of humor. When I first met him I played out alot and he would talk about his band he was putting together and I initially dismissed it as beer ambition. He went on to put together to tightest band that I’ve ever heard in this local area; that band... Topic: jimmyfro

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INTERVIEW WITH AKRON BASED BAND DOLSON recorded at Cedars Lounge Youngstown Ohio I was lucky enough to catch a DOLSON set at the Lemon Grove in Youngstown Ohio, in the summer of 2011. I have to admit that in the last decade in NE Ohio I’ve become a bit conditioned to expect deluxe garage band sounds when attending original music shows. On this night, I was drawn to a cohesive wall of sound from this four piece piano-oriented band out of Akron Ohio. The music was organic and the execution was... Topic: jimmyfro

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Interview with the band THIRD CLASS My first instance of inner dialogue that I had with myself, reacting to hearing Third Class, was something along the line of.. Hmmm.. this is different. Beat to beat, measure to measure, verse to chorus? I was in suspense; and that’s where I like to be when consuming music or a movie. Third Class caught my ear instantly because they were not self-shackled to conventional song structure nor did their music seem to have any interest in mingling with friendly... Topic: jimmyfro